I think the site's a bit off in terms of real value translations. I have seen other references in period literature where someone with an annual income of tens of pounds was considered well set up. So it doesn't make sense to compare it to a scrimping salary in today's terms -- although the richness of fare today does offset things a bit. If all you had to provide was roof, food and decent clothes and a horse or two and perhaps a valet or batsman... dunno -- memory fails! :>)

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